Food Additives Beta-carotene 30%

β-Carotene Suspension 30%

Product Name: Compound Nutritional Ingredient (β- Carotene Suspension)

English Name: Beta - Carotene Suspension

Molecular formula: C₄₀H₅₆

Molecular Weight: 536.89

CAS No.: 7235-40-7

HS Code: 3204902000

Shape and Properties: Red or reddish brown liquid, no foreign matter and no odor.

Component: Beta-carotene, Tocopherol, Edible vegetable oil etc.

Usage: Directly mix the powder evenly in the mixer according to the formula.

Storage: Lay in a shade and cool place with sealed airtight package.

Shelf life: 24 months.

Product Description
beta-Carotene 30% is a suspension containing micronized crystals of beta-Carotene dispersed in corn oil. Dl-α-Tocopherol is added as antioxidant. It is liquid at 0℃.
Appearance Red color suspension
Light absorption max. absorption at 453—457 nm in cyclohexane
Beta-Carotene content min. 30.0% w/w
Microbiological Purity Corresponds
Dispersibility
Beta-Carotene 30% is slightly soluble in oils and fats. A suitable stock solution can be prepared
by heating the suspension with a peroxide-free vegetable oil (1.2 g/l) at 45 – 50˚C.
Stability and Storage
Beta-Carotene 30% is sensitive to air, heat, light and humidity. The product may be stored for
24 months from the date of manufacture in the unopened original container and at room
temperature. The retest date is printed on the label. Keep container tightly closed. Use contents
quickly when opened.
Use
Used as a coloring agent or as a nutrient especially for oils, fats and oil based foods (margarine,
cheese, ice cream, mayonnaise, salad dressings, sauces, bakery products, soups). Also applied
in pharmaceutical preparations such as liquid oral dosage forms and soft gelatin capsules.
Shake well before use.
Packaging
5 x 1 kg Aluminum can in box
5 / 20 kg Plastic pail in box